Wildlife Conservation and Anti-Trafficking Act of 2021

Bill 117 HR 6059, also known as the Wildlife Conservation and Anti-Trafficking Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing issues related to wildlife conservation and trafficking. The bill seeks to strengthen existing laws and regulations to better protect endangered species and combat illegal wildlife trafficking.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a Wildlife Conservation and Anti-Trafficking Fund, which would provide funding for conservation efforts and enforcement activities aimed at combating wildlife trafficking. The bill also includes measures to enhance cooperation between federal agencies, international partners, and non-governmental organizations in the fight against wildlife trafficking.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase penalties for wildlife trafficking offenses, as well as measures to improve the tracking and monitoring of wildlife populations. The bill also seeks to promote sustainable wildlife management practices and support community-based conservation efforts. Overall, the Wildlife Conservation and Anti-Trafficking Act of 2021 aims to strengthen efforts to protect endangered species, combat illegal wildlife trafficking, and promote sustainable wildlife management practices. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is currently under consideration in committee.